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Choosing the best coffee to match your tastes can sometimes take a bit of time and experimentation; the diversity of flavours and characteristics in the world of coffee can mean that, while there is plenty of varieties to choose from, there is almost certainly the right bean for anyone. When choosing the ideal coffee, there are a few key areas that we can pay attention to in order to get the most from the coffee experience. Getting the Grind RightNot only is the grind size of your coffee important for matching your favourite brewing method, but it can also be...

If you’re looking for that perfect gift for the coffee lover in your life, then you can’t go wrong with our 12 Coffee Gift Pack. This wonderful selection of twelve of our finest coffees from around the world is sure to please coffee aficionados, or novices who are new to the delightful world of freshly roasted coffee. Each variety comes in a 60g bag, and you can choose for the pack to come as whole beans, or as pre-ground coffee that is perfectly suited to your chosen brewing method. This lovely selection of quality coffees comes neatly packaged in an...

For those of us coffee-lovers who are looking to create barista-style, perfect brews from the comfort of our homes, there’s no doubt that a quality espresso machine is an indispensable piece of equipment to own. With a well-made espresso maker, you can create delicious, aromatic espresso shots every time, with a perfect crema, to be enjoyed on their own or as the base for a wonderful latte, cappuccino or Americano. By experimenting with the amount of ground coffee and the coarseness of your grind, you can tailor your beverages to your unique preferences. The ease and convenience of an espresso...

We all have our favourite coffee drink, whether it’s a strong, traditional espresso made straight from an espresso maker, a luxurious cappuccino or a milky latte. One thing all coffees have in common is that they begin with the core element: a quality coffee bean brewed as an espresso shot. With lattes, cappuccinos and macchiatos being common in most coffee shops and cafes, we likely know what goes into creating each of these much-loved drinks. But what about lesser-known coffee drinks, such as the ristretto, lungo and cortado Whether long or short, milky or dark, there is a wide variety of...

The Arabica coffee plant is thought to be the first species of coffee to be cultivated, dating as far back as 12th century Yemen, and it remains the most commonly used coffee bean variety, leading the way ahead of the Robusta bean in second place. Produced in dozens of countries between the Tropic of Capricorn and the Tropic of Cancer, Arabica, or coffea arabica, now represents around 60% of global production. Usually grown at elevations of around 1,300-1,500m and predominantly in subtropical climates such as in Brazil, Colombia and Central America, Arabica coffee beans offer a wonderful diversity of flavours,...